Mathey Gibson

Joined: May 4, 2024

Bobby Witt Jr. and Elly De La Cruz.

Aug 12, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) is hit by a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (52) pitches during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (52) pitches during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Prospect Pulse: Javier Vaz

Prospects

One of the smallest players in the minor leagues, the Vanderbilt product should not be underestimated.

Jul 14, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (11) tags out Kansas City Royals center fielder Garrett Hampson (2) during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

News

In a crucial Wild Card battle, the Royals will aim to defend their home turf.

Jul 28, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) celebrates with teammates after hitting a grand slam against the Chicago White Sox during the eight inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

A six-run rally in the eighth inning propels Kansas City to a series-opening victory in Chicago.